EASTERN AUSTRALIAN MARKET REPORT

Market dearer. Strong upward trend.

COMMENT

Far more confident tone from predominantly Chinese interests. All types and conditions keenly sought.

FLEECE

15.0 / 15.5 micron 2 to 3% dearer

16.0 / 20.5 micron 2% dearer

21.0 / 21.5 micron 1 to 2% dearer

SKIRTINGS

1 to 2% dearer

OPEN TOP

Nominally 1 to 2% dearer. Still a little too early in the season for open top length lambs wool.